From our Chili Feed September 2009

 

CHILI

 

1 1/2 - 2 pounds hamburger

1 medium onion, chopped

1 - 2 cloves garlic, chopped

salt & pepper to taste

1 large can whole tomatoes

2 small or 1 regular-size (~14 oz) can tomato sauce

1 small can chopped green chiles

1 can kidney beans, drained

1 can Red Hot Chili Beans, drained

2 T chili powder (more or less to taste - I usually add a bit more as it cooks)

 

Brown hamburger with onions and garlic; salt and pepper to taste.  Drain fat.  Place in large stock pot or crock pot.  Add rest of ingredients.  Bring to a boil, then simmer on medium to low heat for 3-4 hours.  The longer you let it simmer, the better the flavors blend.  I taste it once it starts to simmer and then add more salt, pepper and chili powder if needed.  If you like a hotter chili you can substitute the green chiles for jalepenios (we don't do this, but Shane's dad does once in a while - too hot for me).  ENJOY!

 

Sarah